Suburb profile · Greater Perth
Nollamara has an estimated 14,867 residents, up 16.3% since the 2021 Census, with 56 projects tracked in the area around Nollamara.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of Nollamara lies 8.2 kilometres north of the Perth CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 14,867 as of Aug 2026, a figure derived from aggregated SA2-level Estimated Resident Population (ERP) counts, which are released yearly, and national address file data updated each quarter. This represents an increase of 2,088 people (16.3%) since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 12,779 people.
Market factors are notable across the suburb. Population density and growth drivers sit well above average, with a high population born overseas, an above-average renting population, a strong presence of semi-detached dwellings and a well-educated local community. The 35 to 44 age group is a notable presence. Residents include a high proportion of young adults, and the working-age population consists largely of lone person and group households. Education levels are above average, the area is highly culturally diverse, and population growth shows strong expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 7,956 in 2006 and 14,823 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,867 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 25 to 34, 23.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 35.9%.
Nollamara ranks in the 90th percentile nationally for development activity and the 90th for cultural diversity.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Nollamara is $745 a week, up 8.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026 and 3% above Greater Perth.
3% above Greater Perth on median weekly rent
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $745 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +8.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Stirling | $758 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Stirling, over 12 months | +8.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Perth - North West | $760 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Change in median rent, Perth - North West, over 12 months | +7.7% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, Greater Perth | $723 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Greater Perth, over 12 months | +6.5% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Median rent, WA | $714 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, WA, over 12 months | +7.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2026 |
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Status of the 64 tracked applications: 37 approved, 3 under assessment, 24 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 56 projects in and around Nollamara, 21 of them under construction.
City of Stirling initiative to revitalise the Westminster local centre around Stirling Central Shopping Centre on Wanneroo Road.
Joint venture between DevelopmentWA and Satterley Property Group delivering approximately 650 new homes as part of the broader Westminster…
Draft Local Planning Scheme No. 4 (LPS4) will replace Local Planning Scheme No. 3 across the City of Stirling.
Ongoing renewal of the Mirrabooka Town Centre into a mixed-use activity centre around The Square Mirrabooka, the bus interchange…
Proposed low rise apartment development of approximately 163 dwellings at 23-55 Cottonwood Crescent, Dianella within the City of Stirling.
Residential land estate in the heart of Balcatta between Grindleford Drive and Karrinyup Road comprising approximately 140 new residential…
Statewide program delivering new and upgraded shared walking and cycling infrastructure across metropolitan Perth through the WA Bicycle…
Masterplanned residential community developed by Cedar Woods on the former Westminster Primary School site and surrounding land in…
Phase 2 of the Stephenson Avenue Extension creates a new east-west connection from Cedric Street to Scarborough Beach Road via a new…
Pre-lease industrial development by Charter Hall delivering two high-clearance warehouses with corporate office space across a prime infill…
A circa $240 million revitalisation project focused on the Fashion and Lifestyle Mall, featuring approximately 100 new stores and the…
Expansion of Osborne Park Hospital at 26 Osborne Place, Stirling, delivered as part of the $1.8 billion New Women and Babies Hospital…
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Estimated completion year of the 29 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 4, 2026 11, 2027 5, 2028 4, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 5 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 64 substantial development applications lodged in and around Nollamara over the past 5 years, 15 in the last 12 months; 3 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 4, 2022 11, 2023 14, 2024 10, 2025 12, 2026 (to Oct) 13.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 64 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 5.9 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 68th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 80 | ABS building approvals | 74th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 37 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 3 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of Nollamara include: Mosaic Balcatta Estate (Construction); Amelia Heights Estate - DevelopmentWA & Satterley (Construction); Westminster Local Centre Enhancement (Planning); Windemere Crescent Early Learning Centre (Approved); and Stirling Better Suburbs Urban Renewal Strategy (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of Nollamara spans multiple sectors including Residential Development, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Precincts & Urban Renewal, among others.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Nollamara higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of Nollamara area has seen 185 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of Nollamara's current population of 14,867 has been supported by 80 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of Nollamara has seen 5.9 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.4 approvals in Greater Perth. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 158 people in the suburb of Nollamara, compared to one for every 118 in Greater Perth.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of Nollamara's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 80, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the suburb of Nollamara has grown by approximately 1,718 people, while 402 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 4.3 people added for each new dwelling approval. This high ratio suggests strong population growth relative to housing supply, potentially indicating unmet housing demand.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Nollamara lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,867 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +16.3% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 3,982 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 91st percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +2.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +2.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 12,779 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 2,088 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +3.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +2.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 3.73 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of Nollamara was estimated to be approximately 14,867 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,823 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of Nollamara has added approximately 2,088 people and shown a 16.34% increase from the 12,779 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of Nollamara is estimated at 3,986 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of Nollamara has shown a compound annual growth rate of 2.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of Nollamara is driven by: Overseas migration (67.0%), Natural increase (33.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 67.0% of overall population gains.
Nollamara hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 18th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 33.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 61.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 34 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 6.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 23.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 19.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 7.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 7.2% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 3.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 1.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of Nollamara at 34 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 34 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 34 years as at August 2026, Nollamara is 3 years younger than the Greater Perth 2021 Census average (37 years) and 4 years younger than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of Nollamara compared to the Greater Perth region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 23.5% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of Nollamara compared to the Greater Perth region is the 55 - 64 group, making up 7.9% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the suburb of Nollamara show significant variance compared to Greater Perth. The most over-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (23.5% vs 15.8%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.9% of the population in the suburb of Nollamara as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 12.7% of the population in the suburb of Nollamara as at August 2026.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $62,281 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 63rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $70,788 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,492 | 2021 Census, weekly | 35th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $839 | 2021 Census, weekly | 57th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 13.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,838 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 25.6% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Nollamara is approximately $66,666. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $62,281.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Nollamara is approximately $75,771. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $70,788.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of Nollamara is approximately $66,666 compared to $68,556 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $62,281 and $64,047 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of Nollamara is approximately $75,771 compared to $90,565 in Greater Perth. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $70,788 and $84,609 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of Nollamara's households (~35.9% / 1,912 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of Nollamara is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 35.9% of households. In comparison, Greater Perth's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 32.0% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of Nollamara is $1,492/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of Nollamara is $1,838/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of Nollamara is $839/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the suburb of Nollamara had a median income among taxpayers of $62,281 with the average level standing at $70,788. This is approximately average nationally and compares to levels of $64,047 and $84,609 across Greater Perth respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 7.04% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $66,666 (median) and $75,771 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of Nollamara is $5,233 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of Nollamara's disposable income is $5,233 compared to $6,842 for Greater Perth, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Nollamara has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 5.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 73.8% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 8,709 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 10,620 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 9,213 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of Nollamara has approximately 8,709 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 5.5%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. Employment indicators are below the national average, suggesting room for improvement.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of Nollamara stands at 5.5%, which is 1.3 percentage points above Greater Perth's rate of 4.2%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of Nollamara is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (16.9% of employment), retail trade (9.2%), and accommodation & food (8.4%). The relatively diverse employment base, with the top three sectors comprising 34.5% of jobs, provides economic resilience. Other significant employers include professional & technical and construction.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of Nollamara has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Greater Perth saw employment increased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of Nollamara is 73.8%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This high participation rate indicates strong workforce engagement and economic vitality. The local rate leading the Greater Perth average of 69.9%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Greater Perth.
The suburb of Nollamara shows notable specialisation in health care & social assistance, which employs 16.9% of the local workforce compared to 14.8% across Greater Perth. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector.
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The suburb of Nollamara's employment market shows below-average performance in national comparisons. While employment opportunities exist, the area faces more challenges than many other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 4.5% growth, ranking 12th out of 37 regions nationally.
Nollamara shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 7.9% | 2021 Census | 68th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 33.7% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 20.0% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 3.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 13.1% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 33.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.4% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 6.8% | 2021 Census | 78th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 5.0% | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
33.7% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Nollamara have university qualifications, compared to 30.1% in Greater Perth.
33.2% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of Nollamara have no formal qualifications, compared to 35.6% in Greater Perth.
The suburb of Nollamara ranks in the 76th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of Nollamara are: Bachelor Degree (22.8%), Certificate (20.0%), Advanced Diploma (13.1%).
29.4% of the population in the suburb of Nollamara is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.6% in primary school, 5.0% in secondary school, 6.8% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of Nollamara is 1050, indicating average socio-educational advantage (national average is 1000).
There are 3 schools within the suburb of Nollamara, with a combined enrollment of approximately 800 students.
The suburb of Nollamara includes 3 primary schools.
Nollamara features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.2 people | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 33.9% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 22.8% | 2021 Census | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 23.6% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 5.9% | 2021 Census | 87th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,326 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 6,196 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 60.3% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.2 per family | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of Nollamara had 5,326 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 16.3% to an estimated 6,196 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of Nollamara is 2.2 people. This compares to 2.6 in Greater Perth and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 60.3% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (33.9%), group households (5.9%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,212 family households, couples with children account for 22.8% of all households, couples without children at home 23.6%, and single parent families 12.0%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Greater Perth, the suburb of Nollamara shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 33.9% (versus 24.9% in Greater Perth). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 60.3% compared to 71.5% in Greater Perth. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the suburb of Nollamara have an average of 1.2 children, slightly below the Greater Perth average of 1.6. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 39.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 42.7% have never married. This compares to 47.6% married and 36.1% never married across Greater Perth.
Single-person households represent 33.9% of all households in the suburb of Nollamara, higher than the average for Greater Perth of 24.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 5.9% of households, above the Greater Perth average of 3.5%. This higher rate points to more student or young professional shared accommodation.
Nollamara is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 52.2% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 46.2% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 53.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 71.0% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 47.8% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.3% | 2021 Census | 48th percentile nationally |
Nollamara scores quite highly on cultural diversity, with 46.2% of its population speaking a language other than English at home and 52.2% born overseas.
The main religion in Nollamara was found to be Christianity, which makes up 41.4% of people in Nollamara. However, the most apparent overrepresentation was in Islam, which comprises 10.0% of the population, substantially higher than the Greater Perth average of 3.2%.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Nollamara are Other, comprising 23.4% of the population, which is substantially higher than Greater Perth's 11.2%, English, comprising 17.5% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 28.0%, and Australian, comprising 14.4% of the population, which is notably lower than Greater Perth's 21.2%. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Macedonian is notably overrepresented at 1.7% of Nollamara (vs 0.4% across Greater Perth), Vietnamese at 3.3% (vs 0.8%) and Serbian at 0.7% (vs 0.3%).
52.2% of the suburb of Nollamara population was born overseas, compared to 37.7% across Greater Perth.
46.2% of the population in the suburb of Nollamara speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 22.0% in Greater Perth.
1.3% of the suburb of Nollamara population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Greater Perth.
71.0% of the suburb of Nollamara population holds citizenship, compared to 83.0% in Greater Perth.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Nollamara displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 47.5% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 18.8% | 2021 Census | 13th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 47.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,582 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 33.7% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 52.8% | 2021 Census | 99th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $340 | 2021 Census, weekly | 38th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 22.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 55th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.8 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of Nollamara, 18.8% of homes are owned outright, 33.7% are owned with a mortgage, and 47.5% are rented.
According to the latest data, 47.0% of dwellings in the suburb of Nollamara are houses.
In the suburb of Nollamara, 0.3% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 52.8% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of Nollamara stands at 18.8%, compared to 29.3% in Greater Perth.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of Nollamara is $1,582, compared to $1,907 in Greater Perth.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of Nollamara is $1,232, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of Nollamara, households with mortgages typically spend 24.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 22.8% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of Nollamara is 0.8, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of Nollamara shows mortgage holders spending 24.5% of income on repayments (vs 23.6% in Greater Perth), while renters spend 22.8% of income on rent (vs 18.8% in Greater Perth).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of Nollamara consists of 47.0% detached houses, 52.8% semi-detached dwellings, 0.3% apartments, and 0.0% other dwelling types.
Housing in Nollamara consumes approximately 19.1% of median household income ($6,460 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Nollamara show attached dwellings contributing 64% of approvals compared to 53% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 36% of applications versus 47% of current dwellings. This suggests increasing densification. This area is seeing substantial increases in dwelling density compared to most Australian locations.
Nollamara's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 53.4% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 50th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 75.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 4.9% | 2021 Census | 42nd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 81.0% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 1.2% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
Around 53.4% of people in the suburb of Nollamara are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 59.1% in Greater Perth.
In the suburb of Nollamara, 4.9% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 4.6% of people in Greater Perth require similar assistance.
5.9% of people in the suburb of Nollamara are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 6.8% of the population across Greater Perth is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.3% of the suburb of Nollamara population, while in Greater Perth, 4.0% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
2.5% of people in the suburb of Nollamara have heart disease. Across Greater Perth,3.3% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of Nollamara, 53.4% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Greater Perth sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 59.1%.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 71 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 71st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 52 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 44th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 3,303 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 64th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 275 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 15 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.1 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 5.6% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 52 public transport stops within the suburb of Nollamara.
The suburb of Nollamara has 3,303 weekly trips across 15 routes, averaging 471 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 163 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 370 m away and the nearest school 441 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 52 stops nearby, 3,303 weekly trips, access rating 71 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 66 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 66th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 370 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 441 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 575 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 607 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 682 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 772 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 844 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 1.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 3.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking places residential development activity in Nollamara higher than 90% of real estate markets across the country.
Nollamara has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 48th percentile nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in Nollamara is $745 a week, +8.2% over 12 months to Sep 2026.
Nollamara lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends.
Nollamara hosts a young demographic, positioning it in the bottom quartile nationwide.
Income levels align closely with national averages, indicating typical economic conditions for Australian communities according to AreaSearch analysis.
Nollamara has seen below average employment performance when compared to national benchmarks.
Nollamara shows strong educational performance, ranking in the upper quartile nationally when assessed across multiple qualification and achievement indicators.
Nollamara features high concentrations of group households and lone person households but relatively few family households, with a smaller average household size than Greater Perth.
Nollamara is among the most culturally diverse areas in the country based on AreaSearch assessment of a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Nollamara displays a diverse mix of dwelling types, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Greater Perth.
Nollamara's residents are healthier than average in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Nollamara has an estimated 14,867 residents, up 16.3% since the 2021 Census, with 56 projects tracked in the area around Nollamara.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Nollamara.
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Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL51122). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Nollamara from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Nollamara with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
